From November 6-8, 2026, Da Lat, Vietnam will host the first Vietnam Jazz Heritage Festival at which international musicians and Vietnamese musicians will gather to perform live music over three days.
The Vietnam Jazz Festival will be held at three venues around Xuan Huong Lake where you can enjoy some jazz, bossa nova, funk and contemporary music.
The event also marks the rising popularity of Da Lat as a UNESCO Creative City of Music since it was recognized in 2023.
Vietnam Jazz Festival 2026 Dates and Performance Schedule
This festival will begin on 6th November at Lam Vien Square, offering ample entertainment of free shows from 5 PM to 10 PM. Evening concerts will be held in the April 3 Theatre area on November 7, in Hoa Binh. The programme will run until November 8 at HAUS Da Lat.
Da Lat Festival Venues and Entry Information
Lam Vien Square is located on the top of Xuan Huong lake and the April 3 theatre is close to Da Lat market. The two sites are open for public performances. The programme at HAUS Da Lat on November 8 is by invitation only; it is not guaranteed that visitors will be able to attend.
International Artists and Vietnamese Jazz Performers
It features Lisa Ono (jap.), Nik West (am) and Raul Midón (am) and the Korean groups JKC & DADADA. International influences are combined with local musical traditions with the participation of Vietnamese performers: Hồng Nhung, Hà Trần and Nguyên Lê.
Best Accommodation and Travel Tips for Da Lat Visitors
The hotels close to Xuan Huong lake, Da Lat Market and the area of Hoa Binh are worth considering for easy access to the festivals. There is easier walking between public venues when positioned in the central area. Early bookings are recommended, warm clothes and pre-arranged transport before evening performances is a good idea.
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